Jan van Eyck Square

sqaure with statue and surrounded with beautiful houses


beautiful houses on square


view on canal from Jan van Eyck Square


old houses on square


beautiful houses on square


beautiful houses on square


beautiful houses on square

This square in Bruges was named after famous 15th century Flemish painter Jan van Eyck. It's visited by many tourist for its beautiful views and the exceptional buildings surrounding the square. Most important building are the Poortersloge and the Old Toll House.


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This square in Bruges was named after famous 15th century Flemish painter Jan van Eyck. It's visited by many tourist ...

Church of Our Lady in Bruges

second highest brick tower in the world


impressive facade of church


inside view of church


statues inside of church


beautiful decoration in church


inside view of church and stained glass


wooden statue in church


beautiful decoration in church

The impressive Church of Our lady in Bruges dates back to the second half of the 13th century. Reaching a height of 122 m, the church is the second highest in Belgium and has the second highest brick tower in the world.

The Church of Our Lady contains a rich collection of art works, of which the most important is Michelangelo’s “Madonna and Child”. This statue was made in 1504 in Carrara marble.

Other important art work include the painting "Crucifixion of Christ" by Anthony van Dyck and a rococo pulpit designed by Jan Antoon Garemijn.

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The impressive Church of Our lady in Bruges dates back to the second half of the 13th century. Reaching a height of 12...